The possibility of Son Heung-min (33, Tottenham Hotspur) reuniting with José Mourinho (62), the manager of Fenerbahçe, appears low. The key variable is 'money'.

Turkish football journalist Yağız Sabuncuoğlu noted on his social media account on the 16th (Korea time) that 'Son Heung-min wants to be with manager Mourinho again. However, the possibility of a contract is very low due to the transfer fee of about 30 million euros (approximately 47.3 billion won).'

He had predicted just three hours prior on the same day that 'Son Heung-min is open to a transfer to Fenerbahçe. Once an amount is agreed upon, negotiations will advance further,' but argues that due to the transfer fee barrier, an actual contract will not be realized.

Manager Mourinho is a leader who has left a significant mark on European football.

He gained attention by leading Porto to the top of Europe in the early 2000s. He has been involved with big clubs such as Chelsea, Inter Milan, Tottenham, Real Madrid, and Manchester United. He has lifted the UEFA Champions League (UCL) and Europa League (UEL) trophies twice each, earning him the nickname 'the trophy maker.'

He has been managing the prestigious Turkish club Fenerbahçe since June 2024.

The relationship between manager Mourinho and Son Heung-min began in November 2019. It lasted until April 2021. Mourinho actively utilized the 'duo' of Son Heung-min and Harry Kane (Bayern Munich) when he took charge of Tottenham.

At that time, Son Heung-min scored 17 goals and provided 10 assists in the 2020-2021 English Premier League (EPL) season, joining the '10-10 Club' for the first time in his life. Although the team did not meet expectations, the tactical synergy between Son Heung-min and Mourinho was impressive.

Rumors of Son Heung-min's transfer to Fenerbahçe are not new. Local reports emerged in December of last year indicating that manager Mourinho wanted Son Heung-min.

And once again, transfer rumors have resurfaced.

However, the reality is not favorable.

Fenerbahçe, with a record of 19 Turkish Süper Lig championships, is absolutely dominant in the domestic league, but there is a significant financial disparity compared to top EPL teams. The transfer fee of 30 million euros, known as Son Heung-min's market value, is quite a burden for Fenerbahçe.

Earlier, Turkish media CNN reported, 'Fenerbahçe has started official negotiations with Tottenham. Son Heung-min is willing to work with manager Mourinho,' but analysts suggest that the likelihood of a contract being finalized is low due to the transfer fee issue.

Recently, Son Heung-min was asked about his future following the June A match against Kuwait. He emphasized, 'Both the fans and I are curious about my future. I think it would be better to observe the current situation a bit longer. Regardless of where I play or what role I take, I will always be a player who gives my best. I will continue to do my best in whatever position I am given.'

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